gravitas
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Warsh is likely to face pushback to this approach, as he comes into his first testimony having none of the gravitas of Volcker or Greenspan, Spindel said.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 11, 2026
The gravitas of ‘Task’ and ‘The Testaments’ should help their chances, though I’m wistfully rooting for the thrilling ‘Alien: Earth.’
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
It is hoped Alonso will have the personality, gravitas from his playing career and tactical acumen to bring the club back to the standards it expects by qualifying for the Champions League and winning trophies.
From BBC ● May 16, 2026
Bright lights and professional exhibits from JPMorgan and other firms transformed the venue, giving the event the gravitas of a traditional finance conference.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
If something has gravitas, that means it is serious and possesses dignity.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing gravitas
Olympics Vocabulary for Champions
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Good Grief!: Grav, Griev
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Foreign Words and Phrases Commonly Used in English, List 2
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
